Urgent Action Needed
Poaching for lion body parts could become an existential threat to Africa’s lions without a response, new research shows.
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The best-kept secret in New York City is wintertime at the Bronx Zoo. During the colder months, the zoo offers amazing animal experiences outdoors and inside.
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WCS Impact Report
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Conserves habitat for
40%+
of Earth’s biodiversity and promotes sustainable resource management
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430+
protected areas WCS helped create since our founding, which help maintain regional stability
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3.5M
visitors to our zoos and aquarium in 2024
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440+
local partner organizations, which help us deliver efficient, impactful aid
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Good News on Sharks
Led by Panama, we have reached a turning point for oceanic whitetip sharks.
Perceptions May Vary
A study co-authored by WCS examined perceptions of protected areas among thousands of local residents living near five forested regions of Central Africa and Madagascar.
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